RCA MR29310TX51, MR27310TX51, MR27310, MR29310 User Manual
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TOCOM 15695640
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this TV to rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
_, This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of
plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Power Consumption: 120V -- 60 Hz A.C.
125 W (models MR27310 and
MR29310)
If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long periods,
they may be permanently imprinted on the picture tube. Such
images include network Iogos, phone numbers, and video games.
This damage is not covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of
channels displaying these images should be avoided.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to
Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code which provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of
cable entry as practical.
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect ......................................................................... 4
Protect Against Power Surges ................................................................................... 4
Protect Components from Overheating ................................................................... 4
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ............................................ 4
Important Stand and Base Safety Information ........................................................ 4
Use Indirect Light ....................................................................................................... 4
Choose Your Connection .................................................................................................. 5
Connection: TV Only .................................................................................................. 6
Connection: TV + VCR ................................................................................................ 7
Connection: TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver ............................................................... 8
The Front of Your TV ........................................................................................................ 9
Complete the Interactive Setup ..................................................................................... 11
Set the Menu Language .......................................................................................... 11
Complete Auto Channel Search .............................................................................. 11
The Buttons on the Remote Control ............................................................................. 12
Chapter 2: Using the TV's Features
Channel Banner .............................................................................................................. 14
Parental Controls and V-Chip ......................................................................................... 14
Channel Block ........................................................................................................... 15
Front Panel Block ..................................................................................................... 15
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................................................ 15
Chapter 3: Using the TV's Menu System
How to Use the Different Types of Menus and Control Panels .................................. 18
Menus ....................................................................................................................... 18
Control Panels .......................................................................................................... 18
Audio Menu .................................................................................................................... 20
Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................................................... 21
Screen Menu ................................................................................................................... 22
Using Closed Captioning .......................................................................................... 22
Closed-Caption Modes ............................................................................................. 22
Channel Menu ................................................................................................................. 23
Time Menu ...................................................................................................................... 23
Chapter 4: Other Information
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 26
Care and Cleaning .......................................................................................................... 28
Index ................................................................................................................................ 29
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Chapter Overview:
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• Things to Consider Before You Connect
• Choose Your Connection
• The Front of Your TV
• Put Batteries in the Remote
• How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the
Interactive Setup
• Buttons on the Remote Control
NOTE: Illustrations are for representation only. Your product and on-
screen displays might differ.
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Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
Conr:ect all componer:ts befoie you plug any of theil power cords into tile wall outlet.
Tm'n off tile TV and/or component before you conr:ect oi disconnect any cables.
Make sure all antenr:as and cables are p[operly grounded. Refer to the Imporlant
Safeguards sheet packed with your TV.
Protect Components from Overheating
Don't block ver:tilation holes or: any of tile componer:ts. Arrange tile cornponents so that
air carl circulate fieely.
Don't stack cornponer:ts.
When you place components in a stand, ::lake sure you allow adequate ventilation.
If you cormect an audio ieceiver oi amplifier, place it on tile top shelf so tile heated air
from it won't flow a_our:d other componer:ts.
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
Insert each cable firrnly into tile designated jack.
If you place components above tile TV, route all cables down tile side of the back of tile
TV instead of straight down the middle of the back of tile TV.
If your antenna uses 300-ohm twirl lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep tile twirl
lead cables away from audio/video cables.
Important Stand and Base Safety Information
Choose tile location fo: your TV carefully. Place tile TV on a stand or base that is of adequate
size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled
off. This could cause personal ir:jm-y and/or damage tile TV. Refer to the Imporl.ant Safeguards
sheet packed with your TV.
Use Indirect Light
Don't place tile TV where sunlight o: room lighting will be directed toward tile screen. Use soft
or indirect lighting.
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Choose Your Connection
There are several ways to connect your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which
connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV.
Components
Cables
Needed
1 Coaxial
2 Coaxial
4 Coaxial
Connection
Title
TV Only
TV + VCR
TV + VCR +
Satellite Receiver
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Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV
You will need coaxial cables foi the connections replesented in this book.
Coaxialcable
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TV(backpanel)
FromCable
_Dor Antenna
Connection: TV Only
1.
Connect the TV to your cable or antenna
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable or anterma to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on the back
of your TV.
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TV (back panel)
CABLE/
ANTENNA
VCR
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VIDEO AUDIO iNFROMANT
R L
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FromCable,
CableBox,
r Antenna
Connection: TV + VCR
1.
2.
Connect your TV to your VCR
Connect a coaxial cable to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on your TV and to tile Output Jack on your
VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV),
Connect cable or antenna to your VCR
Connect tile coaxial cable flom your cable outlet, cable box, or antenrla to the Input Jack on your
VCR (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANTENNA oi IN FROM ANT).
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SATELLITE RECEIVER FromCableorAntenna
VCR
OUT
VIDEO R
INFROMANT
@ OUTTO ,
L S-VIDEO
SATELLITE
IN
Satellite
Si_al
OUTTOTV
TV (back panel)
_ CABLE/
ANTENNA
Connection: TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver
1. Connect coaxial cables to the Satellite Receiver
A. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet, cable box, or antenna to the Input Jack on
your satellite receiver (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANT).
B. Connect the coaxial cable from your satellite dish antenna to the Input Jack on your satellite
receiver (sometimes labeled SATELLITE IN).
2. Connect the Satellite Receiver to the VCR and to the TV
A. Connect a coaxial cable to the Output Jack (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV) on the satellite
receiver and to the Input Jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANT).
B. Connect a coaxial cable to the Output Jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV) and
to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on the TV,
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